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Ferberite, Muscovite

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Metallic-bright, dark gray, parallel-growth ferberite crystals. The sharp, undamaged and striated blades are nicely accented by two clusters of pearly, brown muscovite crystals. Ex. Ryan Bowling Collection.

Product details

SpeciesMuscovite, Ferberite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.1 x 5.7 x 2.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityChina, Hunan, Yaogangxian Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Muscovite
classic white mica with perfect basal cleavage and pearly luster; elegant rosettes and sheets, with rare, high‑quality pieces for collectors.
Muscovite
Regional guide
Muscovite from Yaogangxian Mine, China
Yaogangxian muscovite, China: a locality signature famed for mica-rich veins, with fluorite and scheelite on silvery mica, prized by collectors.